Today, the Garadagh District Court of Baku dismissed the petition for the transfer to the house arrest Zamin Salayev, the activist of the Popular Front Party, who is on a hunger strike for the 52nd day demanding his release.
According to lawyer Neymat Kerimli, Salayev was taken to court despite his serious condition.
The defense intends to appeal the verdict.
**Salayev was arrested on February 8 by the Garadagh District Court on false charges of hooliganism. He faces up to 5 years in prison.